Fabrication Specialist B

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc. in North Charleston, South Carolina, is seeking candidates for positions involving machine set-up, welding, and precision fabrication. Applicants should have at least 1 year of experience in a technical field and must possess a high school diploma or GED. The role requires flexibility to work full-time variable shifts.

Candidates will perform tasks such as assembling mechanical components, reading technical drawings, and handling chemicals safely. A strong focus on safety and ability to meet physical demands is essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience working with CNC machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience utilizing mathematical calculations in a technical field.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines and perform welding, machining, and fabrication tasks.
• Assemble and install mechanical and electro-mechanical components.
• Prepare test articles and perform quality tests on products.

Skills

Conventional material layup

CNC experience

Reading and interpreting drawings

Experience with Microsoft Suite

Mathematical calculations

Basic hand and power tools

Manufacturing and assembly processes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Conventional material layup, precision measuring, power, pneumatic and hand tools.
• CNC experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, material processes, schematic and diagrams in English.
• 1+ years experience using software applications for internet navigation, email, Microsoft Suite and/or other specialized computer applications.
• 1+ years experience utilizing and following detailed work instructions, reading, and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications, in English.
• 1+ years of experience applying mathematical calculations.
• 1+ years experience in a technical or mechanical field performing work with basic hand, power and/or pneumatic (air) tools.
• 1+ years experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly processes and procedures.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs machine set-up, machining, welding set‑up, welding, sheet metal fabrication and extrusion, tube bending and fabrication tasks. Performs composite lay‑up, fabrication and assembly tasks. Assembles precision mechanical and electro‑mechanical components. Assembles, repairs, modifies and installs various power plants and drive trains. Performs soldering on electronic and avionics products. Assembles and installs wire harnesses and avionics products. Prepares test articles, fixtures and data collection devices to perform various tests. Performs basic organic chemical conversion and paint preparation. Applies routine organic coatings for corrosion protection and appearance requirements. Works on articles of limited complexity following established drawings and requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to meet physical demands of the role such as flexion and extension (head bent down, head bent back), handling, kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, rotation of head/neck, standing, twisting at the waist and walking, climbing/balancing (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), crawling, crouching (squatting).
• Ability to carry and lift up to 10-35 pounds.
• Ability to work with High Hazard Chemicals.
• Ability to complete and maintain Confined Space and Fall Protection certifications, as required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Accredited High school diploma or GED and typically 1 or more years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

WORK HOURS

FULL TIME/VARIABLE SHIFT; These positions are variable shift. Contractors must be able to work any shift which is based on business need.

PER CLIENT

Candidates who do not have the flexibility to work all shifts or variable shifts should not apply for this opportunity.